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January 12, 2010 Board Meeting
TOWN OF BLAINE
MEETING MINUTES
January 12, 2010
Chairman Dyson called the January 12, 2010 monthly meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Members present were Chairman Dyson, Supervisors Carlson and Pearson, Treasurer Holter and Clerk Willett.
Don made the motion to approve the minutes of December 8, 2009, with corrections. Marty seconded the motion. Motion passed.
Don made the motion to approve the Treasurer’s report. Marty seconded. Motion passed.
Don made the motion to approve the bills that were submitted by the clerk. Marty seconded. Motion passed. In reviewing the bills, the board approved paying Monarch Paving the final payment ($16, 085.60) for blacktopping Big McGraw Road.
Correspondence: None.
Citizen Input: None.
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Road Equipment Update: Ron Gallagher reported that all equipment is now in running order. There was trouble with the grader because the diesel fuel was not blended for cold weather. The Sterling truck had several repairs done by T & T Logging. Ron reported that he had talked to a representative of Boyer Ford about the possibility of purchasing a new truck.
B. Road Condition Report: All roads have been plowed and sanded. They are in good condition considering the coating of ice and snow. Salt/sand has been applied where needed.
C. Concerning the Snowmobile/ATV Ordinance: Dori reported that while typing the new Snowmobile/ATV ordinance, she realized that the board had neglected to include parts of selected roads in the ordinance. These roads were in a letter to the Turf and Tundra Snowmobile/ATV club, dated February 2000. The board directed Dori to include these roads in the ordinance.
D. The Board reviewed the email (January 5) and minutes of the December 22, 2009 meeting county Ambulance Committee. Board members discussed attending the next meeting of the next meeting on January 26, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at the Government Center.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Concerning the need for a new computer for the Clerk: After discussing the age and the fact that the current computer is very slow, the board agreed to purchase a new one. Don will check on the price of a new one and if it would meet the needs of the town at A Plus Computer Services in Superior.
B. Dori read a letter from Ron Carlson concerning the piles of snow fence on his property. He would like the two piles removed before July 4, 2010. The board agreed and will remove the piles as soon as weather permits. Dori will contact Mr. Carlson about the decision.
C. The Board discussed the DOR County Assessment Proposal and agreed to sign the Resolution to Oppose DOR County Assessment Proposal as published in the WTA Magazine. Dori will mail copies of the signed proposal to our State Representatives and Senator.
D. Concerning E-Waste and the Town: The board discussed the services provided by Continental Computer Recycling of Hayward. They will collect computers, printers, etc. at no charge but no TV’s at this time. Also, discussed was the collection of metal products and white goods by Scott Meeds. The possibility of having separate collection dates for computers, etc and metals/white goods was discussed and put on the agenda for February E. Dori asked if any employee would like her to withhold either Federal or State tax on their pay. No changes will be made.
F. The board discussed the new E-911 program that has been developed by the County. The handout was for information only. The new system is for emergency personnel only and will be for a faster response time.
G. Pat Kinblom has asked permission to have an art class at the NCC, starting January 26. Approval was given. (This item was not on the posted agenda.)
H. Ron Gallagher advised the board to order more crack fill. Dori will contact the firm and order the same as in 2005. (This item was not on the posted agenda.)
I. Clerk Position: The board discussed filling the Clerk position. Peggy Jones, a former resident who is interested in the position, presented the board with her résumé and spoke about her experience with computer programs and QuickBooks bookkeeping program. The board expressed concern for Peggy living in the Cities and doing various aspects of the job. The board thanked Peggy for her interest, her résumé and taking the time to discuss the job with Dori. They will keep her in mind for the position. After some discussion, the board directed Dori to place an ad in both local newspapers for any person interested in position.
ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON THE FEBRUARY AGENDA:
A. Snowmobile/ATV Ordinance
B. Ambulance
C. E-Waste
D. Clerk Position
E. A possible Assistant Clerk Position
Don made the motion to adjourn the January 12, 2010 meeting. Marty seconded. Meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dori Willett, Clerk
Signed and dated this __________ day February, 2010
By:________________________________________
Dan Dyson, Chairman
Archive:
August 10, 2010 Monthly Board Meeting Minutes
July 13, 2010 Monthly Board Meeting Minutes
June 8, 2010 Monthly Meeting Minutes
May 11, 2010 Meeting Minutes
April 13, 2010 Meeting Minutes
March 9, 2010 Town Board Minutes
February 16, 2010 Special Meeting To Appoint New Clerk
February 9, 2010 Board Meeting
January 12, 2010 Board Meeting
December 8, 2009 Special Meeting - Opening Gravel Crushing Bids